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Finding Fun in February
Wow, is it really already February? Even though this is technically the shortest month, many of us consider February the longest month. But why is that? I’ve always had a buried affection toward these underrated 28 (and sometimes 29) days. For starters, it’s more likely to snow in February than in any other winter... Read More
Food, Art, Athletics, Nightlife? What More Could You Want on the Outer Banks?
Do you ever find yourself thinking that – when it’s too cold to play on the beach and your favorite places are closed for the season – there’s nothing to do on the Outer Banks in the winter? Confession: I know I’ve thought it a time or two, but then I realize how silly I’m being. It’s the Outer Banks! There’s never a... Read More
Dance the Night Away and More — It's Outer Banks This Week
With these shorter days and longer nights, it’s likely that you find yourself looking for ways to spice up dark evenings. The sun sets over the sound while most of us are still in the office, and afterward it’s too dark to go jogging and too cold for stargazing. So what are we to do between the hours of, for example,... Read More
Outer Banks – Winter Wonderland
I love my memories of being on the Outer Banks during the winter. Ironically, it seems like my family and I take advantage of the Outer Banks's offerings only after the summer season ends. During the off-season, we can’t do the typical vacation activities like those available in the summer. Putt-putt places are closed... Read More
What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?
I love how many Christmas carols aren’t specific to the day itself but the season in general. Think about it: “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” “Winter Wonderland,” “Baby, It’s Cold Outside.” One that’s been stuck in my head is “What are You Doing New Year’s Eve?” Speaking of which, what are you doing New Year’s Eve?... Read More